Multiple Time Scale Analysis for Bifurcation From a Double-Zero Eigenvalue Available to Purchase

The multiple scale method is applied to analyze bifurcations from a double zero eigenvalue of general multiparameter dynamical systems. Due to the coalescence of the eigenvalues, the Jacobian matrix at the bifurcation is nilpotent. This entails using time scales with fractional powers of the perturbation parameter. The reconstitution method is employed lo obtain a second-order o.d.e. in the unique unknown amplitude. It coincides with Bogdanova-Arnold’s normal form for the bifurcation equation. Referring to an example, the present approach and the classical center manifold plus normal form method are compared. Finally, the mechanical behavior of a non-conservative two d.o.f. system is studied.